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Elizabeth N.


Danbury, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Caring Responsible P/T Care Giver Available!

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My name is Liz N. I am a Brookfield, CT resident, a 52 yr old mom of 2 (ALMOST empty nest) I enjoy working with both children and the elderly. I originally was an edu major at Pace University. I have taught horseback riding to children, run summer camps and been a sub for the Brookfield School System as an aide for special...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

My mom is an Occupational Therapist and I have assisted her at times with children who had Cerebral Palsy.
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Alexandra E.


Stamford, CT

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello, I have a years worth of experience being a live in full time nanny and caregiver to a family with multiple special needs kiddos.
Hi My name is Isra, I am a 27-year-old CPR certified nursing student. I've been working with kids for 8 years ranging from infants to 16-year-olds. I have my own transportation. I can also help with laundry, light housework and cooking. I am reliable, energetic and efficient. I would love the opportunity to work with you and...
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Samantha P.


Katonah, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Loving Full-Time Nanny

Hi! I'm Sami and I am looking for a full-time Summer position! **In the process of being First Aid Certified. I am a former Preschool Teacher with 12+ years of childcare experience. In addition to helping raise my two younger brothers, I have worked with multiple families throughout the years and have provided exceptional...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Tiffany V.


Danbury, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Adventure Seeker With A Passion For Teaching!

Hi my name is Tiff 33 years old. I just got married in October to my amazing husband. I love being outdoors, hiking, nice long walks, going to s nice beach. I have fun and new adventures and am also willing to learn new things from all ages. I started working with children when I was in high school for all ages infant to 12th...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Dinaja L.


Danbury, CT

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have 10+ years of experience with elderly and I also have children of my own. I am a very responsible, honest, reliable and hard working woman. I can cook, clean, and recording any medical needs ( such as vital signs/intake/output ) recording and documenting daily needs also meds and assist with doctor's appointments and...

Maria T.


Danbury, CT

$19-35/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Looking To Help With All ADL's

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Certified Nurses Aide for 11 years now. I have 11 years of nursing home & Private Duties home care experience. I worked with a quadriplegic consumer. I also have experience with special needs & Autism in children & adults. I'm experienced with Supra pubic Tube, catheters, colostomy bags, and G- Tube. I've also assisted...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Maria is a very compassionate person."

Jenny T.

Dedrik S.


Danbury, CT

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

Have been working with g-tube, trachs and administering medication. At the moment have two pt's who are quadriplegic and non verbal during the morning.
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Robin G.


Ridgefield, CT

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

My human service involvements have spanned from first thoughts of how to be in my life, beginning with work inside an agency which provided counseling, information, and referral services. I have continued directly serving clients who require aide, personal care assistance, and counsel for adjustment, disability, medical/wellness...

Emma N.


Weston, CT

$17/hr3 yrs exp

WORK EXPERIENCE Childcare, Weston, CT June 2014-Present Nanny Responsibilities grew from basic childcare to cooking, cleaning, and driving the children Camp Counselor, Saint Catherine s Academy Volunteered at summer school for children and adults with severe disabilities Fostered an environment of pride with accomplishment and...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance
Hi, I'm Katya, I'm 24 and from Ukraine. I have experience working with a person who has Down syndrome and is deaf and mute, I have a recommendation. I will be happy to help you

Olivia F.


Danbury, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

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10+ years experience working with the autism population and kids as a pediatric speech language pathologist!

Asia L.


Danbury, CT

$23-25/hr4 yrs exp

I believe all children deserve equal opportunity and I cater to every person regardless of special needs. I love working closely with guardians to ensure we are working on the path to positively help them grow.

Maria T.


Danbury, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Maria. I'm a Certified Nurses Aid for the State of CT for 12 year's now. Also, in the State of NY for 2 year's. I'm a very friendly and caring person. I've worked with multiple consumers with disabilities like, Demetia, Alzheimers, special needs, Cerebral palsy, quadriplegic. I have knowledge in using all Vital...
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Joann D.


Monroe, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Experienced Care Provided - All Types Of Care

4.3

(7)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a State of CT Registered Certified Nurses Aide/PCA-personal care assistant with over 25 years experience in all phases of home care such as Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Handicapped, Dept of Mental Rehab, Down Syndrome, Combative Patients, Special Needs Children. During my years as a CNA/PCA, I have received...
Joann can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

4.0
"Joann was a companion for a few months to our elderly parent before they started hospice. She provided great conversation, daily care, including light house keeping. She is very caring and knowledgeable of elderly care."

Valerie F.

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Stephanie L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Stephanie-

I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker. I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."

Leslie H.

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Catherine P.


Stamford, CT

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an early elementary school teacher, with a Master's Degree in Early Childhood & Childhood Education and a Bachelor's degree in Human Biology. My experience ranges from 1 y/o to 16 y/o, and have some experience with children with special needs. Given my background in babysitting from a young age, working in a daycare,...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Catherine has worked for me over the past few months giving rides to my children and babysitting. She is very responsible, punctual and mature. She is also a pleasure to have around. My four children ranging in age from 6 to 15 all like Catherine so much. I am...

Melissa S.

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Marianne L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Open To Work

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marianne will make a great nanny for any family. We plan on reaching out to her for days here and there. Our needs changed and that was the reason we didn't hire Marianne outright. She was wonderful with our kids."

Arda O.

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Alexandra V.


Danbury, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter - Flexible Hours

Hi! My name is Allie, I am a Registered Nurse with my BSN from Boston College. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager (8+ years). I have experience working with children of all ages, newborn - 16 yo, in the daycare setting, and with children with special needs. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I also love...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Allie was with us for about 6 months. My daughter was 2.5 at the time and absolutely loved Allie. She was caring, calm, and always patient. While I was working, I never had to even think about the well-being of my child. I always felt at ease knowing that she was...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Salem, NY

Maria T.

5.0

Maria is a very compassionate person.

- Jenny T.

Joann D.

5.0

Joann recently took care of my 90-year-old mom who was recovering from Lung Cancer treatment and was then bedridden due to compression fractures in her back. Joann was dependable, kind and worked hard to help in any way she could. I recommend Joann and feel she is a great caregiver!

- Care member

Stephanie L.

5.0

Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter.

- Leslie H.

Catherine P.

5.0

Catherine has worked for me over the past few months giving rides to my children and babysitting. She is very responsible, punctual and mature. She is also a pleasure to have around. My four children ranging in age from 6 to 15 all like Catherine so much. I am happy to have found her and will...

- Melissa S.

Marianne L.

5.0

She did a great job ! I highly recommend her

- Ramona P.

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